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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($336 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has really improved in the way that we now have enough food for the entire household as well as kitchen utensils as well as plates...We have better beddings and clothes..
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Givedirectly gives people unconditional cash which helps them to improve their living standards..
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
The cash was spent on purchasing kitchen utensils such as plates and pots,,iron sheets and some money have been saved to pay the builders..
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy because i knew i was going to be free as i will have money
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
A big change because i used to sleep 2 days without food now i have enough food
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought ironsheets, matress, bed fertilizer and clothes for kids
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Will innovate my house and buy food
What is the happiest part of your day?
Summer time
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
